Cape Town is now the most affordable international travel destination for tourists from the UK. The pound-to-rand exchange rate has some positive effects, it seems.

Thanks to the bumpy pound-to-rand exchange rate, Cape Town could benefit from an influx of tourism. The Mother City has overtaken Tokyo as the most affordable spot for tourists from the United Kingdom (UK).

Cape Town comes out top out of 34 international resorts and cities in the latest Long-Haul Holiday Report, which is conducted by the UK’s Post Office Travel Money.

The report noted the decreasing rand, down by 20 percent compared to 2017, as one of the key factors.

With cost of living used as one of the key baraomters, the report estimates the average cost for a tourist visiting is made out of ten essential staples, including a meal for two, drinks and other considerations.

Tokyo has become notably more expensive, but still sits in second place, followed by Bali and Mombasa. Seyschelles was the most expensive.

Cape Town’s appeal for tourists is vast. From expansive wine farms, picturesque beaches, outdoor activities for days and steeped in history, the city offers something for everyone – and a pretty good price.